In The Trenches

In Episode 37, host Cary Quashen broadcasts from Guerrero Boxing Gym alongside coach Fernando Guerrero and a team of dedicated young fighters to promote two major upcoming community events on October 18th for Cancer Awareness and October 25th for Drug Awareness Week. The installment explores how the physical and mental discipline of boxing acts as a constructive outlet, instilling structure, self-...

In Episode 38 , host Cary Quashen is joined by guest TJ (8 days sober) and co-host Katrina (celebrating 14 months in recovery) for a candid, emotional discussion on the life-and-death realities of addiction. TJ shares a harrowing account of his escalating battle with alcohol and cocaine—from surviving a near-fatal fall off Bouquet Falls at age 22 to hitting rock bottom in a hotel room with a gun—b...

In Episode 35 , host Cary Quashen is joined by Christian , his wife, and Jamie for a deeply moving conversation on confronting trauma, grief, and generational addiction. The installment highlights the devastating reality of the fentanyl crisis through the recent loss of Christian's cousin, Dana, while exposing the hidden physical dangers of high-potency THC concentrates and CHS (Cannabis Hyperemes...

In Episode 34 , host Cary Quashen is joined by returning guests Ben and Mike Fleig (both celebrating 38 days sober ) for a deep, candid discussion on the brain chemistry of addiction, the pursuit of dopamine, and the life-changing power of surrender,,,. Mike shares a moving letter reflecting on his 50-year battle with pills and alcoholism at 62 years old,,, while Ben discusses breaking free from t...

In Episode 33 , host Cary Quashen marks National Recovery Month by facilitating a poignant and raw discussion with guests Ryan and Ben on the life-and-death stakes of addiction. The episode serves as a sobering memorial for Dana , a daughter and mother recently lost to a fentanyl overdose, and highlights the staggering reality that opiates are now involved in seven out of ten drug overdoses . Thro...

In Episode 32 , host Cary Quashen facilitates a deeply emotional and raw conversation featuring long-time friend Bob , returning guest Fabian (celebrating 73 days of sobriety ), and former staff member Ryan , who is reclaiming his life after a seven-year relapse following two decades of sobriety. The heart of the installment centers on the tragic and recent loss of Donna and Tom’s daughter, Dana ,...

In the latest installment of In the Trenches , host Cary Quashen and veteran teen counselor Jacy dive deep into what Cary calls the "silent pandemic" of modern substance abuse: THC-induced psychosis . Cary shares the staggering statistic that he has sent more people to emergency rooms for marijuana-related mental breaks in the last 18 months than in his previous 40 years of treatment. Supported by...

In the latest installment of In the Trenches, host Carrie Quashion facilitates a powerful multigenerational conversation on the brutal realities of alcoholism and the "amnesia" of addiction. The episode features three men at different stages of life and recovery: John Peterson (67), Ben McConna (33), and Skyler Sham (22). Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find redi...

In the latest installment of In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen and co-host Robby Robinson welcome back Fernando Guerrero and his team from Guerrero Boxing to celebrate a historic achievement for Santa Clarita youth sports. The episode centers on the triumph of Kevin, a young fighter who traveled to Wichita, Kansas, for the USA Boxing Junior Olympics and returned with a national ranking of #5. Sup...

In The Trenches Episode 28, hosted by Cary Quashen with co-host Robby Robinson (an intervention specialist for the sheriff’s department and former gang probation officer), focuses on the "Parent Bill of Rights" and the critical need for parents to reclaim their roles in a landscape dominated by enabling and digital disconnection. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals f...

Episode 26 of In the Trenches, hosted by Cary Quashen with co-host Dylan, features a diverse range of topics, from community sports achievements and Carrie’s medical recovery to a deep dive into the psychological disconnect between modern parents and youth. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction....

In the latest episode of In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen and counselor Chris facilitate a deep conversation with three individuals at different stages of their recovery: John (60 days sober), Debbie (202 days sober), and Sandy (8 days sober). The discussion centers on the reality that "we are only as sick as our secrets" and that bringing these struggles into the light is the only path to heali...

In the latest installment of In the Trenches, host Cary Quashen shares a harrowing personal account of surviving a bite from a Southern Pacific rattlesnake. Describing a "rookie mistake" during a snake removal call 13 days prior, Cary recounts the excruciating pain, tingling lips, and tremors that immediately followed the strike. He provides a vivid description of his treatment at Henry Mayo Hospi...

In The Trenches Episode 24 features a raw and powerful conversation with three guests—Charles, Fabian, and Scott—who share their journeys of surviving near-death experiences and finding the path to recovery. The episode centers on the concept of integrity, which Cary defines as "doing the right thing when no one’s looking," and explores how self-forgiveness is achieved by stopping the behaviors th...

In The Trenches Episode 23, hosted by Cary Quashen, features an emotional and educational deep dive into the mechanics of relapse, the role of dopamine in the brain, and the powerful theory of "Internal Contracts". Cary is joined by guests Lorraine, Joshua, and Pedro, who share their personal battles and current stages of recovery. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals...

This Episode of In The Trenches features an emotional and raw look at the journey of recovery through the eyes of two fathers, Caesar and Ruben, who are fighting to reclaim their lives and families from the grip of addiction. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audie...

In The Trenches Episode 21, hosted by Cary Quashen, features an insightful and raw conversation with two members of his own team at Action Drug Rehab: Dylan and Chris. This episode is a deep dive into the hosts' personal histories, the mechanics of successful treatment, and the evolving dangers of the modern drug landscape. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find re...

In The Trenches Episode 20 features returning guests James, Lorena, and Gesselle in a raw and emotional discussion about the modern drug crisis, the "shadow person" of addiction, and the redemptive power of recovery. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary often reminds his audience, "Be...

In The Trenches Episode 19, hosted by Cay Quashen, takes a significant departure from the show's usual focus on addiction and mental health to present "Snake School." Cary, who has accidentally become known as the "snake wrangler of Santa Clarita" after a viral post, is joined by his son Scott to educate the community on snake safety and identification. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission...

In The Trenches Episode 18 features a deeply inspiring look at youth boxing as a vehicle for mentorship, discipline, and building integrity. Cary is joined by Fernando Guerrero, a professional boxer and former national champion who now runs Guerrero Boxing in Santa Clarita, where he dedicates his time to training the next generation of athletes Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to hel...

In The Trenches Episode 17 focuses on the "thriving" stage of recovery, featuring returning guest Corey and new guest Aaliyah. The episode emphasizes that "we are as sick as our secrets" and that bringing those secrets to light is the first step toward healing. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addict...

In The Trenches Episode 16  focuses on the "miracles" and success stories of recovery, moving away from the "doom and gloom" of previous episodes to highlight how individuals can reclaim their lives. Cary is joined by two guests, Billy and Victor , who share their long journeys through addiction to their current states of sobriety. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals...

In The Trenches Episode 15 focuses on the homelessness crisis in Santa Clarita and the critical importance of community partnerships in saving lives from overdoses. The episode features Nicole, the shelter manager for Bridge to Home, who discusses the organization's mission and its collaboration with Action Drug Rehab. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find redisco...

In The Trenches Episode 14 continues the podcast's mission of discussing "the things nobody wants to talk about," focusing on the modern fentanyl crisis, the reality of counterfeit pills, and the devastating physical consequences of alcoholism. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyond the "shadow person" of addiction. As Cary ofte...

In The Trenches Episode 13 continues the podcast's mission of discussing the "skeletons in the closet" and difficult topics surrounding addiction and mental health. Cary, who celebrated 45 years of sobriety on Christmas Eve, is joined by returning guest Jamie and new guests Matthew and Clint. Supported by Action Drug Rehab, the mission is to help individuals find rediscovered purpose and move beyo...